Brownfield Ag News

Stories on this episode include: The John Deere Foundation is investing $18.5 million over the next three years to help strengthen the connection between farmers and food banks. Some Nebraska farmers say they’re in disbelief that USDA sharply increased the state’s projected corn yield in the latest supply and demand report. A long-time agricultural economist says global food production faces two p...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed overnight trade in corn and wheat, the losses in soybeans, and what cattle and hogs might be monitoring See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As combines continue rolling across the Corn Belt, growers are gathering some of the most valuable information they’ll use to make decisions for next season. On this episode of Digging into Innovation, Syngenta Corn Technical Product Lead Todd McRoberts explains why this year's top-performing hybrid may not necessarily be the best choice for 2027. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Thursday's gains in cattle and hogs and the losses in corn, soybeans, and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Stories on this episode include: -An ag economist says record-high diesel prices are forcing farmers to take a closer look at their grain marketing plans this fall. -The US Department of Energy is investing $60 million dollars to help the ag industry diversify its chemical and fertilizer production.  -Record farm program payments are raising questions about the effectiveness of the federal fa...

What does the next generation of agriculture need to succeed? In this episode of the Next Gen Podcast, Brownfields Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican explore how one Michigan pilot project is challenging traditional thinking around risk, profitability and crop insurance. Tina Owens with TIFF and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Tim Boring discuss a first-of-its-kind...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm overnight trade in soybeans, the mixed activity in corn and wheat, and what cattle and hogs might be watching at midweek See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Wednesday's losses in cattle, corn, and soybeans, and the mixed finishes for hogs and wheat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Top stories on today’s program include… EPA proposes reallocating 100% of Set 2 SRE’s Despite questions, USDA corn yield estimate still below trend line Trouble brewing in the cattle markets A new breakthrough in the battle against soybean cyst nematode And the latest USDA crop reports from across the Midwest.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

John Perkins, Commodity Market Reporter, Brownfield Ag News has your look at the higher overnight trade in corn, the losses in soybeans, and mixed move for wheat, along with how cattle and hogs could open See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

As more farmers and landowners look to adopt conservation and regenerative agricultural practices, some challenges could arise with land rental agreements. In this Managing for Profit, Megan Dwyer, director of conservation and nutrient stewardship with the Illinois Corn Growers Association, explains how corn checkoff funding has simplified the process. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

Stories on this episode include: -A fuel economist says over-the-road diesel prices have slightly backed off from their record high set late last month. -A northeast Nebraska farmer says he’s harvesting the best soybean crop he’s ever raised.  -A director of raw material procurement and trading says investments in regenerative agriculture could help strengthen the food supply chain ​and creat...

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with the University of Nebraska’s Brad Lubben and David Widmar of Ag Economic Insights about larger farm program payments expected this fall, upcoming ARC and PLC enrollment deadlines, and whether the strengthened farm safety net is enough to help p...

Paige Wolf was chosen for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because she shows excellent character and dedication to her school and community. In high school, Paige participates in girls golf and FFA, saying she was able to connect with many different people. The relationships, teamwork, and support she has experienced in golf will stay with her and encourage her long after the season ends. Paige current...

Gabriel Rees was nominated for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award for his dedication and commitment in the classroom and on the court. In school, Gabriel is involved in football, FFA, and the radio & TV/broadcasting program. He enjoys the feeling of brotherhood and unity in these activities, proudly representing the community that helped raise him. To Gabriel, agriculture is the backbone of the world...

Alexandra Herget has been named as a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner due to her commitment to her school, community, and the agriculture industry. Agriculture has taught Alexandra the value of hard work, responsibility, and perseverance. It has become her passion and has shaped her into who she is today. Alexandra has lived on a farm her whole life, showing cattle starting at age 2. Working with li...

Logan Schmidt has been named as a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner due to his commitment to his school, community, and the agriculture industry. Logan says agriculture is a way of life, a legacy, and supports prosperity in small communities. The agriculture industry is always improving, utilizing technology to feed the world. In school, Logan is involved in football, bowling, track, and band. He als...

Hudson Fouberg was chosen for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because he shows good character and dedication to his school and community. In school, Hudson is currently part of the varsity volleyball team, is president of his FFA chapter, student council parliamentarian, and student rep for the South Dakota High School Rodeo Association. Hudson enjoys having the opportunity to meet new people, compete...

Allie Carolan has been named as a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner due to her commitment to her school, community, and the agriculture industry. Allie has spend her whole life on a farm. Agriculture means everything to her, as it provides her and her family with work and gives her joy. Allie currently shows goats and she loves watching the animals thrive through her care. The industry also largely c...

Kasen Humke was nominated for the Wyffels Corn Belt Award for his dedication and commitment in the classroom and on the court. In school, Kasen is the varsity football team captain, varsity track and field team captain, and a class officer in student government. He also participates in the Unity Scholastic Bowl Team, FBLA, the Adams County CEO Program, and is part of the Veterans Day Committee. Ka...

Corteva Agriscience U.S. Agronomy Leader for Herbicides and Nitrogen Stabilizers Dr. Eric Scherder says while a program approach to weed control is not a new concept, it is an effective way to see better results in the field and mitigate weed resistance. He tells Brownfield that approach includes starting the season clean, scouting fields regularly, and using multiple modes of action. &n...

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in soybeans, the mixed trade in corn and wheat, and what cattle and hogs will be watching to start the week See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Monday's gains in hogs, losses in soybeans, and mixed closes for cattle, corn, and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Fishing, family, and the outdoors are at the heart of this week's episode of Outdoor Adventures. Host Brent Barnett visits with Illinois father-daughter fishing duo Miah and Brixen Bolyard. The two share stories from the water, talk about their passion for fishing, and discuss what it's like working together in a family business. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...

Stories on this episode include: -A federal judge has dismissed an attempt by the Trump administration to eliminate Michigan’s cage-free egg law. -A market analyst says the USDA surprised grain traders with its corn yield increase in its October supply and demand report. -The president and CEO of the American Seed Trade Association says USDA's latest investment in the National Plant Germplasm Syst...